Workforce Benefits and Administrative Services

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Human Resources Consulting

Karla Dobbeck of Human Resource Techniques answers your phone or e-mail questions at no charge. Additional consulting is available at a discounted members-only rate. A comprehensive Labor Law Audit is also available.

TMA Benefit Services, Inc.

As a full service insurance agency and wholly owned subsidiary of TMA, TMA-BSI provides a full range of products and services from leading insurance carriers. Insurance options include life, dental and flexible benefit services. TMA-BSI profits support the membership and the industry.

TMT Group Insurance Trust

Exclusively for TMA Members – see your TMA-BSI agent for details. A health insurance trust underwritten by Trustmark Insurance. Governed by members, collective buying power, partial pooling of claims and a dedicated claims reserve. Contact a TMA Benefit Services, Inc. representative at 847/993-2110 for more information.

TMA Retirement Trust 401(k) Program

Merrill Lynch offers a group purchased, yet flexible retirement program at a very competitive price. The Trust reduces fiduciary liability. Funds are at Net Asset Value (NAV) with no front end nor back end sales loads nor annuity wrapper fees, resulting in lower expense ratios because of TMA’s group purchasing power.

Unemployment Insurance Administration

Avoid the $500 minimum fee imposed by Xchanging on non-members. Members also enjoy discounted service fees with no add-on charges for representation at hearings. This service wins over 90% of protestable claims.

Job Board

Member-only access to the internet job portal specifically for manufacturing. Post a job, post a resume or search posted resumes.